How to Identify and Classify Green Peas
  • 1. What family do green peas belong to?
A) Asteraceae
B) Leguminosae (Fabaceae)
C) Brassicaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. What is the primary pigment responsible for the green color of peas?
A) Anthocyanin
B) Carotenoid
C) Betalain
D) Chlorophyll
  • 3. Which of these is a common variety of green peas?
A) Roma Tomato
B) Butternut Squash
C) Sugar Snap
D) Russet Potato
  • 4. What part of the pea plant is typically consumed?
A) The roots
B) The leaves
C) The seeds inside the pod
D) The stem
  • 5. What is the ideal temperature range for growing green peas?
A) 5-10°C (41-50°F)
B) 35-40°C (95-104°F)
C) 13-18°C (55-64°F)
D) 27-32°C (80-90°F)
  • 6. What type of soil is best for growing peas?
A) Rocky soil
B) Sandy soil
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Well-drained, loamy soil
  • 7. What is the approximate germination time for pea seeds?
A) 1-2 days
B) 30-45 days
C) 7-14 days
D) 21-28 days
  • 8. Which of these is a common disease affecting pea plants?
A) Late Blight
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Blossom End Rot
D) Black Rot
  • 9. What type of growth habit do pea plants typically exhibit?
A) Tree-like
B) Bush
C) Vining
D) Ground Cover
  • 10. How do you determine when peas are ready to harvest?
A) Pods are turning brown
B) Pods are plump and filled with peas
C) Pods are small and flat
D) Pods are completely dried out
  • 11. What is a 'pea tendril'?
A) A type of seed
B) A root extension
C) A modified leaf used for climbing
D) A flower bud
  • 12. Which nutrient do peas help to fix in the soil?
A) Nitrogen
B) Potassium
C) Calcium
D) Phosphorus
  • 13. What is the meaning of 'shelling peas'?
A) Removing the peas from the pod
B) Washing the peas
C) Cooking the peas
D) Planting the pea seeds
  • 14. Which type of pea is edible with its pod?
A) English Pea
B) Snap Pea
C) Field Pea
D) Dried Pea
  • 15. What is the primary storage method for preserving harvested peas?
A) Pickling
B) Fermenting
C) Freezing
D) Sun-drying
  • 16. Which pest commonly affects pea plants?
A) Beetles
B) Snails
C) Grasshoppers
D) Aphids
  • 17. What is the role of inoculant when planting peas?
A) Promotes faster germination
B) Increases plant height
C) Prevents disease
D) Enhances nitrogen fixation
  • 18. What is the seed color of most common green pea varieties?
A) Black
B) Yellow
C) Green
D) Brown
  • 19. What is the botanical name for garden pea?
A) Glycine max
B) Phaseolus vulgaris
C) Vicia faba
D) Pisum sativum
  • 20. What is the purpose of staking or trellising pea plants?
A) Prevent weed growth
B) Protect from sunlight
C) Provide support for climbing
D) Increase air circulation
  • 21. What is the term for dried peas used in soups?
A) Snow Peas
B) Field Peas
C) Split Peas
D) English Peas
  • 22. What is the approximate plant height of dwarf pea varieties?
A) 1-2 meters (3-6 feet)
B) Over 3 meters (10 feet)
C) 30-60 cm (1-2 feet)
D) 5-10 cm (2-4 inches)
  • 23. What is the best time of year to plant peas in cool climates?
A) Mid-Winter
B) Late Autumn
C) Early Spring
D) Late Summer
  • 24. Which of the following is a symptom of pea enation mosaic virus?
A) Yellowing of leaves
B) Stunted growth
C) Swollen, distorted veins
D) White powdery coating
  • 25. How does crop rotation help with pea cultivation?
A) Increases sunlight exposure
B) Attracts beneficial insects
C) Improves water drainage
D) Reduces soilborne diseases
  • 26. What is the role of bees in pea pollination?
A) Bees are not essential for pollination
B) They help distribute seeds
C) They protect the flowers from pests
D) They are the primary pollinators
  • 27. What is the function of root nodules in pea plants?
A) Absorb nutrients from the soil
B) Harbor nitrogen-fixing bacteria
C) Store water
D) Anchor the plant
  • 28. Which characteristic is NOT typically used to classify pea varieties?
A) Seed size
B) Flower color
C) Pod shape
D) Plant height
  • 29. What is 'pea protein' commonly used for?
A) Insect repellent
B) Soil amendment
C) Natural food coloring
D) Plant-based protein source
  • 30. How does adequate watering contribute to pea quality?
A) Increased resistance to pests
B) Faster germination rates
C) Brighter green color
D) Plumper peas and better pod development
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